- Complies with all policies, procedures, and related protocols as established by the department and organization.
- Demonstrates excellent customer service to both internal and external customers through positive communications, cooperation, professional behavior, displaying of actions that customer satisfaction is the primary goal of this institution.
- Reliably performs assigned work and makes sound decisions regarding patient care.
- Adapts to constantly changing healthcare environment by recognizing opportunities for improvement and embracing change to bring about improvements.
- Exercises independent thinking, judgement, and decision making and accepts accountability and responsibility for decisions and consequences.
- Consistently uses two patient identifiers when performing any patient procedures.
- Carries out legal orders of the physician.
- Performs respiratory therapy procedures according to the protocols set forth in the policies and procedures of the respiratory therapy department. Including but not limited to oxygen therapy, medication administration, arterial/venous blood gas testing, NIPPV, mechanical ventilation, bronchopulmonary hygiene, and endotracheal intubation.
- Makes observations and monitors change in patient condition. Reports observations/changes to the registered nurse and physician. Seeks help and advice from appropriate level of supervision.
- Documents respiratory care provided in the patient's medical record.
- Responds promptly and skillfully to emergent situations.
- Scans all medications prior to administration.
- Scans all medications prior to administration.
- Maintains gas cylinders as necessary, utilizing appropriate safety measures.
- Performs arterial blood gases according to policies and procedures.
- Immediately reports any critical ABG results to the RN and/or physician and documents this in patient's medical record according to policy and procedure.
- Knowledgeable about all equipment in the respiratory therapy department and reports any malfunction immediately.
- Utilizes the chain of command to ensure appropriate care or resolution of any issues pertaining to patient's well-being or safety.
- Foster positive interpersonal relation with staff and members of the other departments. Maintain high code of conduct and professionalism at all times.
- Demonstrates empathy and respect for patients by explaining all procedures, providing privacy and allowing patients to express emotional needs.
- Demonstrates ability for conflict resolution when resolving issues with co-workers, patients and/or visitors.
- Responds to all calls and family education information
- Responds to all calls from nursing and/or physician immediately.
- Adheres to all infection control guidelines as they relate to the respiratory therapy department.
- Maintains ABG machine
- Reports any critical EKG result to nurse and/or physician immediately.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required in the patient care area.
- Remains competent in procedures related to respiratory therapy.
- Independently recognizes and performs duties which need to be done without being directly assigned. Establishes priorities, organizes work and time to meet them.
- Adheres to attendance and punctuality requirements per hospital policy. Provides proper notification for absences and tardiness. Takes corrective action to prevent recurring absences or tardiness.
- Understands and abides by all departmental policies and procedures as well as the codes of ethics, HIPAA requirements and patient rights.
- Participates actively in ensuring that all state and federal rules and regulations are followed as they apply to this position.
- Maintains the department in a neat, clean, and orderly manner, especially in own work area.
- Understands the continuous quality improvement process and applies it in performing everyday tasks/duties. Active participant in continuous quality improvement program by assisting in finding new and better ways of performing duties and responsibilities.
- Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program or equivalent education.
- Current license to practice Respiratory Therapy in the state of OH
- Ability and willingness to cross train to the Pulmonary Laboratory/ Pulmonary Rehab
- BLS certification.
- ACLS certification
- Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships. Able to verbally communicate with patients, families, and physicians.
- Knowledge for use of computer equipment.
- Ability to operate all respiratory and electro diagnostic equipment.
- Excellent analytical and writing skills.
- Strong computer skills to include Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database products.
- Must be highly motivated and willing to assume additional jobs and duties as needed.
- Must be able to handle stress of working efficiently with frequent interruptions and distractions.
- Hours must be flexible to accommodate for needs of patients other unscheduled events.
- Must be able to prioritize tasks and adhere to strict deadlines.
- Sitting 3-6 hours a day
- Wrist deviation (side to side and up and down) 3-6 hours a day
- Occasionally lift/carry up to 35 pounds
- Occasionally be exposed to hazardous chemicals or infections
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